Pearland is growing fast so the big question is: can we keep what makes it special while everything scales up?

I sit down with Tony Carbone sixth-generation resident, CPA, longtime council member, and mayoral candidate for a real, no-nonsense conversation about the future of the city. We break down his four priorities: public safety, infrastructure, flood mitigation, and affordability, and what those actually mean for your taxes, water bills, and daily life.

We also get into the issues residents care about most traffic on 518, zoning debates, drainage after Harvey, and how technology is shaping public safety. If you want a clear, practical look at where Pearland is headed and what’s at stake in this election, this episode is for you.

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Trauma does not always hit all at once. Sometimes it stacks up quietly until one small moment at home becomes the blow-up you never saw coming. I sits down with Matthew, a Navy veteran, Houston police officer, and executive director of the Birdwell Foundation, to talk about what PTSD really looks like after the uniform and what actually helps when willpower is not enough.

Matthew shares a deeply personal story about surviving a shipwreck near Bahrain, avoiding water for years, and then finding calm again through fishing. That healing turned into action with “Fishing for Peace,” a program that takes veterans and first responders out on the water, teaches fishing and basic boating skills, and helps people build a reliable outlet they can use with their kids, their buddies, or on a hard day when their nervous system will not shut off.

We also dig into the Birdwell Foundation for PTSD and Camp Valor in Conroe, Texas: a faith-based recovery camp built on brotherhood, structure, and peer support. Matthew explains who the program is for, how the intake process works, why they require a PTSD diagnosis, and how chapters in multiple states provide free support.

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In this episode of Charlie Mike The Podcast, we sit down with Ryan, an 11B Infantryman who served with the 10th Mountain Division and deployed to Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. After years of living at the speed of war, Ryan faced a different kind of battle when he came home—one that nearly cost lives and forced him to confront addiction, accountability, and the long road to sobriety.

Now approaching ten years sober, Ryan shares his journey of rebuilding his life, rediscovering faith, and finding purpose again through service, community leadership, and a new mission in cybersecurity helping fight child exploitation.

This conversation is about brotherhood, redemption, and the truth that Charlie Mike—continue the mission—isn’t just a radio call. It’s a way of life.

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We sit down with Constable Buck Stevens to explore how Pearland can grow without losing what makes it feel like home, from parks and arts to public safety and small business. Buck shares a lifetime of service and a practical plan to connect people, cut confusion, and strengthen community.

• Pearland’s evolution from ranchland to family hub
• Civil role of constables and partnership with police
• Small business ownership and local economy insight
• Nonprofit basics, board health, and community impact
• Why run for mayor and what success looks like
• Keeping small-town feel through smart zoning
• Communication gaps and a shared community calendar
• Arts, markets, and a mid-sized convention venue
• Roads, traffic, and realistic timelines for relief
• Homelessness, right-of-way enforcement, and services
• Balancing growth, taxes, and neighborhood voice

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We sit down with Representative Jeff Barry to unpack community-driven leadership, growth pressures in Brazoria County, the realities of lawmaking in Austin, and why water, taxes, and insurance costs are the fights that matter. Faith, service, and practical deals frame a conversation about doing the most good when the spotlight is harsh.


Contact me at Jeff at votejeffberry.com, jeff.berry@berryinsurancegroup.com, or call 281-352-3525

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A thousand-pound teacher tells no lies. At Thunder Hooves—a Houston-area veteran program—equine therapy meets practical job training. We explore moral injury, the myth of control, and how a sunrise in the barn resets the nervous system. Through weekly four-hour sessions, veterans gain grounding, confidence, and employable skills in landscaping, carpentry, and barn operations.

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Processing the Charlie Kirk assassination has been difficult, especially seeing people celebrate the death of someone for their beliefs regardless of whether you agreed with him.

• When someone is killed for their beliefs, it's bigger than one person—it's an attack on free speech
• Life's fragility is a sobering reminder that we aren't guaranteed tomorrow
• Having courage to speak your mind should never cost anyone their life
• Revenge, hate and more violence only continues the destructive cycle
• We must decide whether to let anger consume us or find a better way forward
• We can debate strongly while still maintaining our shared humanity
• Cherish your loved ones and be present because tomorrow isn't promised

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A simple concept born on a 60-acre farm outside Chicago has blossomed into a nationwide movement feeding thousands of veterans. Michelle, Senior Director of Farm to Veteran, shares the remarkable journey of this young nonprofit that's donated over 420,000 meals to veterans across nine states since 2020.

What began with just 20 chickens has expanded into a comprehensive operation with 400 chickens producing up to 100 dozen eggs weekly, along with beef, pork, and produce – all donated to veterans in need. Michelle explains their straightforward philosophy: "Veterans served us, so now it's our turn to serve them." This dedication stems from their founder's deep appreciation for military service and recognition that quality nutrition can help heal both body and mind.

Want to support veterans with farm-fresh food? Visit https://www.farm2veteran.com/ to donate, volunteer, or connect if you're a farmer interested in partnering with this extraordinary organization.

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